Stresscrack
Stresscrack is a term used in various fields to describe a crack that forms in a material due to the presence of internal or external stresses. These stresses can be a result of mechanical forces, thermal expansion or contraction, chemical reactions, or a combination of these factors. The formation and propagation of stresscracks are often influenced by the material's properties, such as its strength, elasticity, and susceptibility to environmental degradation.
In mechanical engineering, stresscracks can occur in components subjected to cyclic loading, leading to fatigue failure.
In materials science, stresscracks can also be caused by residual stresses that remain within a material after